Public Relations
The JCSS Public Relations Department is responsible for informing the public regarding our school system by sharing content about our students, faculty, staff and schools. The Public Relations Department handles all internal and external communication support for all schools and Central Office departments.
2025 Annual Report
The 2025 Annual Report is a comprehensive overview of the Jackson County School System, formatted in a magazine-like feel to provide ample reading opportunities.
JCSS Foundation
The JCSS Foundation is a 501(c)3 non-profit tasked with enhancing the educational experience throughout the Jackson County School System.
District News
Read the latest district and school-level news from the Jackson County School System.
Media Inquiries
Media inquiries for the Jackson County School System District Office, Superintendent, and all member schools, are handled by the JCSS Public Relations Department.
Open Records Requests
Open Records Requests may be filed in accordance with O.C.G.A. 50-18-71. Individuals may be charged an administrative and copying fee and will be notified if their request involves charges prior to the request being completed.
Social Media
The Jackson County School System uses social media to provide information about district programs, services, projects, issues, events and activities, to interact with students, parents/guardians, and residents about public issues. We are happy to connect with our community in this way!
The Jackson County School System Public Relations Department was recognized by the National School Public Relations Association in 2025 for outstanding achievements in public relations. Jackson County's Public Relations Department earned a Golden Achievement Award for its Choose Jackson campaign, and Excellence in Publications and Digital Media for its 2024 Annual Report, its Choose Jackson Marketing Materials and a 2025 District Feature.
JCSS was recognized in October 2024 by being named the Best in Category for the 2024 Annual Report by the Georgia School Public Relations Association, and again in 2025 when it was awarded a Peach Award for excellence in Marketing Communication Campaigns with the Choose Jackson Campaign.
Meet Our Team
Edward Hooper | Director of Public Relations & Communication
Strategic Communication, JCSS Publications, Athletic Communication & Information, Multimedia, District Social Media and Websites, Strategic Planning, Family and Community Engagement, JCSS Foundation
Email: ehooper@jcss.us
Savannah Jacobs | Public Relations Assistant
Student Recognitions, District Social Media, School Websites, Graphic Design, Photography, Multimedia Production
Email: savannah.jacobs@jcss.us
Ava Lesniak | Work-Based Learning PR Intern
Student Recognitions, Graphic Design, Photography, Multimedia Production
Email: ava.lesniak@jcss.us